Mountaineering Trip Ends After Severe Blizzard
Three hikers Alan Wilson from Vermont Schroeder and Stephenson from Michigan ended a trek from Heyfield to Mansfeld after two days of deep snow. They faced 18 inches then three feet of snow near Mt Hewitt, their tent collapsed and they were buried for three hours but suffered no ill effects after crawling to higher ground.
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Louise
Threeikers
Alan Wilson
Vermont
Schroeder
Stephenson
Heyfield
Mansfeld
Mt. Hewitt
Commonwealth surplus eyed after year’s operations
The Commonwealth Government expects a surplus of 3.0 to 3.5 million pounds for the 1995-96 year, the fifth consecutive surplus under the Lyons ministry. Cabinet to consider disposal on July 7, half a million already earmarked for states, with remissions of taxes likely to affect the final distribution and potential defence funding.
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Mondag
Commonwealth
Lyons
OLD GYMBOWEN DAYS
A reflective reminiscence on the Bowen era, recalling routines, work, and social life in a past community. The piece touches on ownership, daily labor, sanitation, and personal memories of neighbors, shops, and street scenes. It contrasts the old era with present times and hints at changes in industry and daily living.
Governor to open Hamilton Centenary show
Governor of Victoria Lord Huntingfield will visit Hamilton on September 3 to open the second day of the Hamilton Centenary show. The Mayor Dr J Young and Hamilton councillors will meet Dundas Shire for a civic reception, with His Excellency also touring nearby centres in the district.
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Hamilton
Victoria
Lord Huntingfield
J. Young
Dundas
Australian Aircraft Industry Formed For Defence Drive
A new Australian aircraft manufacturing company with £1,000,000 share capital is formed at the invitation of the Commonwealth Government. Syndicate members include Broken Hill Proprietary, Broken Hill Associated Smelters, and General Motors Holden. It aims to build airframes and engines, start with defense needs, expand to local and export markets, using Australian materials and labor, with British Service type machines ordered to ensure interchangeability. The government pledges support in information and collaboration, but no public financial aid.
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Broken Hill Proprietary Company Ltd
Broken Hill Associated Smelters Ltd
General Motors-Holdens Ltd
Ibsidy
Australia
Australisa
Imperial Defence
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Adelaide University Conservatorium
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